Gray Wolf

Barbara A. Somervill (author)

Description

At one time, the howling of gray wolves was a common sound throughout North America. Readers will learn more about these pack animals and what brought them to the edge of extinction. They will also find out more about the steps that have been taken to reintroduce gray wolves to the territories where they once roamed freely.

Reading Level

Lexile

951L

Fountas Pinnell Guided Reading

V

ATOS

6.3

DRA

50

Categories

Genre

Animals, Birds & Insects
Reference & Study Aids

Interest Age

Ages 9-12
Ages 13+

Grade

4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

Subject

Science

Language

English (US)

Fiction/Non-Fiction

Non-Fiction

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